How can you wash your hair without a sink or shower? While it may seem impossible, there are actually several creative ways to get your hair clean without the use of a shower or sink.
How to Wash Hair Without a Sink or Shower
Over the last decade, many alternative methods of washing hair have been introduced. The main purpose of washing your hair is to remove any oils from your scalp so it is full and voluminous. This can easily be done without the use of water!
Aerosol Dry Shampoo
The most popular method to clean your hair without water is the use of dry shampoo. The dry shampoo market has boomed over the last several years, so there are many varieties and scents available.
You can choose a dry shampoo based on your hair color, texture, or thickness. With many scents available (fruity, tropical, floral, clean, etc), you can easily find a scent that fits your style.
When using aerosol dry shampoo, it is best to part your hair, hold the nozzle at least 6 inches from your scalp, and spray your scalp with short bursts of shampoo.
Don’t touch your hair. Let the dry shampoo sit on your scalp and absorb as much oil as possible.
Then, massage the shampoo into your scalp and style your hair as desired.
While dry shampoo is widely available and convenient, it is important to ensure whatever product you purchase does not contain benzene.
Benzene can be carcinogenic when inhaled. Dry shampoo tends to permeate the air pretty well when used, so it is almost impossible to avoid inhaling it.
Many companies work diligently to ensure their products do not contain benzene, so there are definitely safe aerosol options out there. Just be careful and read your labels.
Powder Dry Shampoo
Over the last couple of years, many companies have released dry shampoos that are not aerosol so the risk of inhaling the product is reduced. These powders vary wildly in their application and use, so be sure to check your label carefully for instructions for use.
Most require application with a large make-up brush or come with a suggested applicator.
After applying the powder, it is suggested you let it set on your scalp for several minutes before massaging it into your scalp and brushing away the excess.
Arrowroot Powder
An influencer favorite for dry shampoo is arrowroot powder. Arrowroot powder is extremely versatile.
You can add drops of your favorite essential oils to give it a pleasant scent or add cocoa powder to ensure it incorporates into your brunette locks seamlessly. It is an influencer favorite, and many proudly display their powder in a mason jar and use a large makeup brush for application.
The process after application is identical to powder dry shampoo: let it set, then massage it in.
Corn Starch
Corn starch can be used identically to arrowroot powder and has been a more popular choice because it is so readily available. It can also be mixed with essential oils or cocoa powder, stored in a glass jar, and applied with a brush.
Baby Powder
Baby Powder produces a similar result to other powder options and can be applied the same way. While it will absorb the oil from your hair and leave it looking fresh, the scent isn’t as versatile as other unscented powders.
Most baby powder has a distinct smell that is hard to mask. It is more useful for lighter-colored hair. The scent of baby powder doesn’t mix as well with cocoa powder, so it probably isn’t the best option if your hair is darker.
Foam Shampoo
Foam shampoo is becoming more popular with influencers as well. It provides a deeper clean than dry shampoo because it removes the oil from your hair completely, much like washing with traditional shampoo and water.
To use foam shampoo, you simply lather as much as you desire onto your scalp and through the ends of your hair. When you’re satisfied, wipe the foam from your hair with a towel.
Foam shampoo is recommended for people with curly hair, as it does a great job of cleansing curls without causing them to lose their bounce and texture.
So Many Options!
The hair care industry has done an excellent job creating new hair hygiene products.
There are many products available for you to experiment with if you’re looking for alternatives to traditional washing methods.
Be sure to read labels to check for instructions for use, ingredients, and any other recommendations for the product. Not every product will work with every hair type, but with so many new options on the market, you can definitely find one that is right for you.